So yesterday was the worst day of my life. 1/21/09. I’ve had other bad days that could compete with it, but none like yesterday.
I won’t go into the details, but considering I’ve hit rock bottom, what does everyone else do to make sure you don’t wallow in it? I can’t go fishing or hunting, must work today and tomorrow, have a full day of basketball coaching on Saturday……
Yesterday really sucked, but I’ve got to make sure that was the low point, any suggestions?
Yup BEER!!!
Spend some time with kids…your kids, grandkids, nieces or nephews.
On my worst days, it was my kids that got me through it.
Good luck buddy and I hope things get better soon 
Rootski
Oh no, Sorry to hear that.
Write down a list of things you’re thankful for, And try to stay away from the (butterflys flying in the summer kinda crap). Take some time and actually write them down. I think sometimes when people get in a rut they only focus on the negatives,,and I know that’s hard not to to at times too! Think long and hard and write them down and focus on those things! 
Hope you’re feeling better soon!
How bouts a Borderline GTG? King185 will buy.. 
Cougar,
Anything I can help you with? Let me know.
I always say when you hit bottom things can only get better from there.And they will
I agree with WB. Sometimes we get caught up with all the negatives and never think of the positives. Also, surround your self with friends and family, as that always helps. Good luck and if you need any help just ask.
Family and kids will get you through – and if they don’t then take a trip down to St Judes hospital and then a nursing home. A short visit at these places will probably show you lots of people who are worse off than you. I at least hope so – as I hope you haven’t been hit with problems of that nature.
Wishin you the best.
Tim
Sorry for your day
get togeather with a good friend and talk about it.
figure out what to do about what happend,
and how to not let it happen again. (if possable)
talk about good times you’ve had togeather.
try to cheer up some.
and keep going from there.
We all have bad days some much worse than others.
we just have to remember that God has a plan for us and he wont give us more than we can handle. he loves us all.
Pray for guidance and use any support you have to work thru the ills.
Hang in there….stay busy & surround yourself with the good things in life, whatever they may be!Good things come to good people,you will do fine!
I like to go for a long walk in the woods…..alone. Hope things turn aroung quick for you.
-J.
sorry to hear that! Like others have said, spend some time writing down the blessings in your life and spend time with the family…
if there’s anything I can do, let me know!
I agree with a nice long walk. Bundle up if it’s cold out, just go for a walk and think things over.
Good luck!
Be active and surround yourself with loved ones. Don’t sit home and stew on things….get out go for a walk or a run or anything strenuous for that matter.
In your post you mentioned things like having to go to work and coaching b-ball. Those are both BIG positives….heck just having a job these days is a huge thing to be thankful for and being able and willing to teach kids a sport is very commendable!!!
Remember that God is bigger then all our problems….
Jesus said “Do not let your hearts be troubled. trust in God; also trust in me.” John 14:1
Life hands you lemons…
Pull out your bible, read it and start making tomorrow better.
I like the beer idea, but better sipped and enjoyed.
Good luck.
Jeremy
Quote:
Life hands you lemons…
Squirt life in the eye.
Stay focused on the positive. Live life as richly as possible and laugh out loud.
Don’t drink! Stay in the moment so you can move on from here. Like others have said. Rmember the things you are thankful for. And remember that Time Will Heal. Think about all the other moments in life that you thought. “How can I ever get past this.” We’ve all got them.
Here’s a couple of my favorite quotes to chew on.
“Tough times don’t build character, they reveal it!”
“Don’t wait for the storm to come in, learn how to dance in the rain.”
Good luck. We’re here if you need us.
This happened by accident more than on purpose but a few years ago I happened to visit the children’s ward at St. Mary’s hospital in Rochester and walked away from there with a whole different perspective. I wasn’t facing the things they were and even if I would have been these were kids dealing with some of life’s most difficult.
This may not help but when I have a bad day, I try and remember, that there are a lot more people out there probably having a worse one.
It’s hard to remember the good stuff in life when the bad stuff hits ya. You just gotta try and remember the good.
Take care man!
Dave
I really don’t know what to say other than Thank You. You guys/gals are awesome. Between these replies and several pm’s I appreciate everything that has been said.
If you have not had the chance to reply or think of something else, please continue to post!
Eric 
I can tell you that I had a spell of being down and feeling sorry for my self.. and since I had NOTHING to cry about and was still crying, God Broke my arm and gave me something to cry about.. and that lasted about 36 hours.. because that really broke the spell.. and I turned to HIM.. and He met my needs..
and even though my situation hasn’t changed much, my attitude has never gone back.. God will supply your needs, in one way shape or form or another..
BUT HE Won’t if you don’t ASK.. and that’s all you have to do is ask..
and things will change.. sometimes suddenly, sometimes slowly, sometimes in a way that you could never imagine..
BUT HE WILL RESPOND.. and He never FAILS..
I wish you well.
Remain positive no matter what. Surround yourself with positive and good people (IDO’ers) and things. Family comes first
I think of my kids smiles when I’m down or feeling low. It warms my heart to think I’m so lucky to have three little girls that love me unconditionally. I thank God for blessing me.
If you need a day out on the ice, I’m going Sunday. You are more than welcome to join me, can’t gaurantee fish, but I can guarantee we’ll have fun.
all to often we base alot of our decisions on “how we feel” turn your feelings off and think through the bad day. when we start going off of our feelings, it is easy to get upset, angry, depressed, and stuff like that. spend a few moments alone talking with God to give you the wisdom you need to make the correct decisions during the times we are feeling bad or have had our feelings hurt. also before you go to bed at night, bow your head and thank the Lord for one good blessing that he has given you for that day. I know that somedays there might not feel like that there was an abundance of them, but think of something that made you smile, or gave you peace in the middle of the storm. keep a journal of all of the things that you are thanking him for and glance back on it once and awhile, see all of the things that we take for granted that truely are his blessings given to us.
surround yourself with positive friends and if that dont work, then take Kooty up on his offer!!!! 
shane
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I think of my kids smiles when I’m down or feeling low. It warms my heart to think I’m so lucky to have three little girls that love me unconditionally. I thank God for blessing me.
Kooty well put. Sometimes the world gets so hectic I pass right thru and don’t notice the gifts God has blessed me with.
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I can tell you that I had a spell of being down and feeling sorry for my self.. and since I had NOTHING to cry about and was still crying, God Broke my arm and gave me something to cry about.. and that lasted about 36 hours.. because that really broke the spell.. and I turned to HIM.. and He met my needs..
and even though my situation hasn’t changed much, my attitude has never gone back.. God will supply your needs, in one way shape or form or another..
BUT HE Won’t if you don’t ASK.. and that’s all you have to do is ask..
and things will change.. sometimes suddenly, sometimes slowly, sometimes in a way that you could never imagine..
BUT HE WILL RESPOND.. and He never FAILS..
I wish you well.
so well said!
Echoing others but surrounding yourself with good things, family, friends and fishing can really ease the sting. Best of luck
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